Beltrami County Income Maintenance

Food Support SNAP

Supplemental Food Assistance Program

Public Announcement

Due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, we regret to inform you that effective October 16th, 2025, both pending and new applications for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits will be unable to be approved. This is due to the suspension of federal funding for the program. We understand the impact this may have and are committed to keeping you informed as the situation evolves.

You may still apply for SNAP benefits during this time. County staff will continue to accept applications, gather verifications, and complete interviews so cases can be processed when federal funding resumes.

This situation is changing rapidly. County staff will share updates as new information becomes available. Please visit the Department of Children Youth and Families website at dcyf.mn.gov/individuals-and-families/basic-needs/food-and-nutrition .

This program provides help to purchase food products. The program issues electronic food support benefits that can be spent like cash in most food stores.

The amount of food support you receive is dependent upon your income and household expenses. You may be able to get food support within 5 business days if you meet expedited criteria. For more information see the State of Minnesota Website. You must complete a Combined Application Form in our office or online at MNbenefits. An interview is required in order to determine eligibility for SNAP.

Use the Eligibility Screening Tool provided by Bridge to Benefits to see if you or someone else may be eligible for public work support programs. It will ask you a few simple questions but will NOT ask you for information that identifies you. It's easy, confidential and free!

For questions on the SUN Bucks program, please check out the link at Summer EBT (SUN Bucks)

EBT Online

SNAP Scam Alerts

Text Messaging and E-mail Consent Form

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